How To Fix V1559 - Inconsistency between contract activity and completion rule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 559

• Message text: Inconsistency between contract activity and completion rule

What causes this issue?

In the contract data, a follow-up action has been defined that
specifies a follow-up quotation or a follow-up contract. In this case,
you should define a completion rule for the contract-relevant item(s).
There is at least one contract-relevant item for which no completion
rule has been defined.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.
In Customizing, in Sales/distribution, you should make the following
settings:
In chapter 'Define item categories', you should enter a completion rule
for contract-relevant items.
In chapter 'Maintain copying control for sales document types', you
should set the field "Quantity/Value' to '+' at item level.
As a result, the contract-relevant items will be completed when they
are transferred into a subsequent document.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1559 - Inconsistency between contract activity and completion rule ?

  The SAP error message V1559, which states "Inconsistency between contract activity and completion rule," typically occurs in the context of contract management and sales order processing. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the activity defined in the contract and the completion rule that has been set for that contract.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Completion Rules: The completion rule defined in the contract does not align with the activities that are being processed. For example, if a contract is set to be completed based on certain criteria (like delivery or billing), but the activities being executed do not meet those criteria, this error can occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the contract management settings or in the completion rule settings that lead to this inconsistency.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual errors during the creation or modification of contracts or sales orders can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contract and Completion Rules: Check the contract details and the associated completion rules. Ensure that the completion rules are correctly defined and that they match the activities that are being performed.
  Adjust Completion Rules: If the completion rules are not appropriate for the activities, consider adjusting them to align with the contract's intended use.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to contract management and completion rules. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to business requirements.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entered in the contract and related documents to ensure there are no discrepancies or errors.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the completion rules and contract activities relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA42 (Change Contract) or VA43 (Display Contract) to review and modify contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the V1559 error in your SAP system.